Author: | Gregory Bond | ISBN: | 1230000557665 |
Publisher: | Astute Press | Publication: | July 17, 2015 |
Imprint: | Language: | English |
Author: | Gregory Bond |
ISBN: | 1230000557665 |
Publisher: | Astute Press |
Publication: | July 17, 2015 |
Imprint: | |
Language: | English |
The island of Mallorca (Majorca) is the most famous of the Balearic Islands and is known for its brilliant sunsets, scenic mountains, sandy beaches, rocky coves and rugged coastline. Its medieval architecture stands in the shadows of the islands modern infrastructure. With around 10 million visitors a year – a rising figure ever since the 1950’s – tourists touch down on Mallorca for some fun in the sun. While the majority are young Brits, Germans, and Scandinavians heading to the tourist resorts there is much more to the Balearics largest island. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introducing Mallorca - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Serra de Tramuntana - Palma - Caves of Drach - Valldemossa - Puerto Pollensa - Magaluf Nightlife - Formentor Peninsula - Monestir de Lluc - Ancient Ruins of Pollentia - Soller - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Places to Eat and Drink - Places to Shop
The island of Mallorca (Majorca) is the most famous of the Balearic Islands and is known for its brilliant sunsets, scenic mountains, sandy beaches, rocky coves and rugged coastline. Its medieval architecture stands in the shadows of the islands modern infrastructure. With around 10 million visitors a year – a rising figure ever since the 1950’s – tourists touch down on Mallorca for some fun in the sun. While the majority are young Brits, Germans, and Scandinavians heading to the tourist resorts there is much more to the Balearics largest island. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Introducing Mallorca - Overview - Culture - Orientation/Location - Climate and When to Visit - Sightseeing Highlights - Serra de Tramuntana - Palma - Caves of Drach - Valldemossa - Puerto Pollensa - Magaluf Nightlife - Formentor Peninsula - Monestir de Lluc - Ancient Ruins of Pollentia - Soller - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Places to Eat and Drink - Places to Shop